Happy Valley Improv offers a range of classes, from a full improv sequence (Levels 1-4) to improv master classes to standup, comedic writing, sketch, and more!
Read more about our class offerings below. Please also note our Economic Hardship Scholarship, which is available for Level One. We are also willing to work with discounted rates or payment plans for those who can't quite cover the cost - just reach out to us at happyvalleyimprov@gmail.com!
All classes are held at the Blue Brick Theatre, 209 W. Calder Way, State College, PA 16801.
Read more about our class offerings below. Please also note our Economic Hardship Scholarship, which is available for Level One. We are also willing to work with discounted rates or payment plans for those who can't quite cover the cost - just reach out to us at happyvalleyimprov@gmail.com!
All classes are held at the Blue Brick Theatre, 209 W. Calder Way, State College, PA 16801.
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This is a beginner-level class that teaches basic improv principles in a fun and supportive environment. We will focus on stage presence, "yes and," and basic scenework. This class will culminate in an optional student showcase for friends and family.
Cost for the six-week session is $198. Registration will be capped at 15 for each class. |
Level Two: Living in the Scene
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This is an intermediate class for those who have completed our Level One course. It will focus on existing within the world of an improv scene through character work, space work, and object work. This course will culminate in a student showcase at the Blue Brick Theatre.
Prerequisite: Level One Cost for the six-week session is $198. Registration will be capped at 12 for this class. |
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Level Three: Playing the Scene
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This is an intermediate class for those who have completed our Level One and Level Two courses. It will focus on playing scenes with partners, gifting and endowment, and "improviser brain." This course will culminate in a student showcase at the Blue Brick Theatre.
Prerequisite: Level Two Cost for the six-week session is $198. Registration will be capped at 12 for this class. |
Level Four: Elements of Longform
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This class will introduce students to longform concepts and challenge them to work collaboratively to create longform improvisation. This course will culminate in a student showcase at the Blue Brick Theatre.
Prerequisite: Level Three Cost for the six-week session is $198. Registration will be capped at 10 for this class. |
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Writing and Performing Stand Up Comedy
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This class will teach and refine students in the art of stand up comedy. Participants will study different ways of writing and delivering jokes, engage in thoughtful discussion around comedy topics, and prepare a 5-minute stand-up set to be performed at the Blue Brick Theatre.
Prerequisite: None! Cost for the six-week session is $198. Registration will be capped at 12 for this class. |
Stand Up Comedy for Women & Non Binary Folx
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This class will teach and refine students in the art of stand up comedy through the lens of women and non-binary life experiences.
Participants will study different ways of writing and delivering jokes, engage in thoughtful discussion around comedy topics, and prepare a 5-minute stand-up set to be performed at the Blue Brick Theatre. Prerequisite: None! Cost for the six-week session is $180. Registration will be capped at 10 for this class. |
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